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Health Effects

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Warnings:

IMPORTANT: STORAGE AND DISPOSAL: DANGER! Rags, steel wool and waste soaked with this BEHR PREMIUM PLUS NO.434 may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded or stored. To avoid a spontaneous combustion fire, immediately after use place rags, steel wool or waste in a sealed, water-filled, metal container. Do not store unused product inside the home. For disposal guidance, contact your household refuse collection service, fire department, county or state government environmental control agency.DANGER! COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. CONTAINS PETROLEUM DISTILLATES AND MODIFIED ALKYD. VAPOR HARMFUL. MAY AFFECT THE BRAIN OR NERVOUS SYSTEM CAUSING DIZZINESS, HEADACHE OR NAUSEA. CAUSES EYE, SKIN, NOSE AND THROAT IRRITATION. NOTICE: Reports have associated repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain or nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents may be harmful or fatal. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not smoke. Close container after each use. USE ONLY WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. To avoid breathing vapors or spray mist, open windows and doors or use other means to ensure fresh air entry during application and drying. Do not use in an unventilated area. If properly used, a respirator (NIOSH approved for organic vapor with P series particulate pre-filter) may offer additional protection; obtain professional advice before using. A dust mask does not provide protection against vapors. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Close container after each use. CAUTION: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN - DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY.

From MSDS:Prolonged or repeated contact can result in defatting and drying of the skin, which may result in skin irritation and dermatitis (rash). Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause toxic effects.

Carcinogenicity:

This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

First Aid:

Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 to 20 minutes. Get medical attention, if irritation or symptoms of overexposure persists. Skin Contact: Immediately wash skin with soap and plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists. Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration or give oxygen by trained personnel. Seek immediate medical attention. Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Other First Aid: Due to possible aspiration into the lungs, DO NOT induce vomiting if ingested. Provide a glass of water to dilute the material in the stomach. If vomiting occurs naturally, have the person lean forward to reduce the risk of aspiration.

Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapor and contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Material will accumulate static charges which may cause an electrical spark (ignition source). Use proper grounding procedures. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from sources of heat, combustible materials, and incompatible substances. Keep container tightly closed when not in use. To reduce potential for static discharge, bond and ground containers when transferring material. Do not reuse containers without proper cleaning or reconditioning. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Avoid inhaling vapor or mist.

Disposal:

Consult with the US EPA Guidelines listed in 40 CFR Part 261.3 for the classifications of hazardous waste prior to disposal. Furthermore, consult with your state and local waste requirements or guidelines, if applicable, to ensure compliance. Arrange disposal in accordance to the EPA and/or state and local guidelines.